Supreme Court to Rule on Birthright Citizenship and Key Cases Shaping 2024 Midterms
April 26, 2026
A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 65% of Americans support counting mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day even if received days later, with strong partisan splits—85% of Democrats versus 51% of Republicans.
Voters also oppose using race to draw electoral districts, while many say communities with shared characteristics should be represented in the same district.
Overall, 65% support counting postmarked mail ballots received after Election Day, reflecting partisan differences in the stance.
The Reuters/Ipsos poll surveyed 4,557 U.S. adults with a margin of error about 2 percentage points, conducted as the Court nears pivotal rulings.
The Supreme Court is expected to rule by the end of June on President Trump’s bid to end birthright citizenship, a decision with broad civil rights and immigration implications that could shape the 2024 midterms.
With a 6-3 conservative majority, the Court is also poised to issue rulings in the coming weeks on immigration policy, transgender rights, and voting rules that could influence the midterm landscape and Trump’s legacy.
These cases sit within a broader set of anticipated decisions that could affect immigration policy, election rules, and civil rights ahead of the November elections.
The poll results highlight growing partisan views toward the Supreme Court amid its current term and landmark rulings.
The survey's nationwide sample and modest margin of error provide context for public opinion as the Court weighs high-profile cases.
About 67% of respondents support banning transgender girls and women from competing in female school sports, with strong partisan divides: 92% of Republicans and 44% of Democrats in favor.
The poll shows broad support for restricting transgender athletes in women’s sports, underscoring sharp political fault lines on the issue.
In a Louisiana redistricting case, about three-quarters say race should not be a factor in drawing maps, while roughly half think districts should group communities with shared characteristics together.
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UNN • Apr 26, 2026
Majority of US citizens oppose ending birthright citizenship – poll
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As US high court prepares ruling, Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
